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Buy 2 Get 3rd Free: (1) Cancellation of free-fare passenger must be made at least 7 days before departure. (2) No-show or late cancellation incurs a $305 penalty fee for the reserved bus seat.

Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 0-12 years old. Child above 2 years must take the seat. Customers are welcome to use child safety seats on that have lap and/or shoulder belts/harnesses for the infant under 2 years. Please note that each hotel room can only accommodate up to 4 guests of any age.

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Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Washington DC

As guests arrive at the airport in Washington, D.C., they will meet the tour guide at the baggage claim area. For international arrivals, the guide will wait just outside of the customs exit. There will be free hotel transfer available for those arriving between 9:00am and 10:00pm. Additionally, there is an optional night tour of the city available for those arriving before 5:00pm.

Washington, DCThe capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.

DC Night TourSee all the major sights and monuments of Washington DC. We will visit the Air Force Memorial where you can overlook the Pentagon and the skyline of the capital, the waterside of Reflecting Pool where you can look up at the gorgeous U.S. Capitol building and National Mall, the columned rotunda of Jefferson Memorial, the WWII Memorial and the grand Lincoln Memorial.

Day 2 Washington D.C. In-Depth Tour(31 miles)

We will begin the day by visiting the U.S. Capitol Building, home to both houses of Congress. We will also visit the Library of Congress before heading to Virginia to see the Pentagon. In front of this building, we will see the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial. Afterwards, we will head to George Washington's home at Mount Vernon. Returning to DC, our next visit will be the International Spy Museum, where we can enjoy the James Bond exhibit.

Washington, DCThe capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.

US CapitolThe famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress, and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.

Library of CongressThe Library of Congress is the oldest cultural institution established by federal mandate in the US, divided between three buildings in Capitol Hill and a Virginia campus. It is the largest library in the world.

Opening Hours: Mon - Sat 8:30am - 4:30pm

The PentagonThis building gets its name from the geometric shape that it resembles. It is the headquarters for the United States Department of Defense. Though it looks austere, it is nonetheless impressive given its immense size and design.

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 3:00pm

Pentagon MemorialThis memorial outside the Pentagon was built for all the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. One of the hijacked planes crashed into the Pentagon, killing several government employees.

Opening Hours: 10:00am - 11:00pm

International Spy MuseumDedicated to all things espionage, the International Spy Museum houses exhibits and collections that detail the history of spying. It features many informative films and interactive activities, like Spy in the City, an GPS-based scavenger hunt.

Mount Vernon, VA

Mount Vernon PlantationMount Vernon is the former home of George Washington. Washington was a revolutionary war hero, Founding Father, and the first president of the United States. His former estate has been turned into a museum that examines his life.

Day 3 Washington DC - Philadelphia(123 miles)

Today, we will head to Washington D.C. to visit Capitol Hill and the Lincoln Memorial, which overlooks the Reflecting Pool. Additionally, we will stop at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, and the National Air and Space Museum. Later, we will also be able to take some photographs outside the White House and the U.S. Capitol Building.Along the way, we will also pass by the Washington Monument, the Jefferson Memorial, and the World War II Memorial. Afterward, we will continue to Philadelphia to see Independence National Park, the location of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. We will also see Congress Hall.(According to the traffic, weather and time of the day, guests may have chance to visit One Liberty Observation Deck, which is the only observation deck in Philadelphia). Overnight in NJ.

Washington, DCThe capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.

Capitol HillCapitol Hill refers to the neighborhood around the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. It is one of the city's most densely populated residential areas, housing more than 35,000 residents.

Opening Hours: Fri - Sat 8:30am - 4:30pm

Lincoln MemorialThis iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War, and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.

Vietnam Veterans MemorialThis memorial in Washington, DC serves as a place to remember the American soldier who were lost or killed during the tumultuous Vietnam War. Originally controversial in design, the simple memorial has become a shrine for the American people.

Korean War Veterans MemorialThis memorial commemorates those who served for the United States in the Korean War. It is located south of the Reflecting Pool at the National Mall. The simple memorial is triangular in shape will a circle at the top.

National Air and Space MuseumOne of the Smithsonian Institute's museums in Washington, DC, the National Air and Space Museum chronicles the history of flight. From the Wright Brother to Buzz Aldrin, the exhibits at this museum explore all of humanity's air travels.

Opening Hours: 10:00am - 7:30pm, Open daily except December 25

White HouseThe world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.

US CapitolThe famous United States Capitol is the meeting place of the US Congress, and has been for more than 200 years. The building is famous for its elaborate dome and intricately designed, detailed columns.

Washington MonumentThis iconic obelisk is a memorial to the commander-in-chief of the American revolutionary army and eventual the first president of the United States of America, George Washington. The massive stone structure began construction in 1848.

World War II MemorialOne of Washington, DC's many monuments and memorials, the WWII Memorial pays homage to those who served in the US military during that conflict. It was opened in 2002.

Opening Hours: Open 24 Hours

Jefferson MemorialThe Thomas Jefferson Memorial is a memorial to the third president of the United States. The impressive building is neoclassical in design and has been standing since 1943. It sees more than two million visitors every year. It's only available during the Cherry Blossom time.

Opening Hours: 24/7

Philadelphia, PAOne of the most historically significant cities in the United States, Philadelphia was the first capital of the U.S.The City of Brotherly Love draws history buffs and lovers of culture from all corners of the globe!

Independence National Historical ParkThis National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania serves as a way of preserving important Revolutionary War sites for future generations. Called "America's most historic square mile," this 55-acre park in the "Old City" district is not to be missed.

Old Capitol BuildingPart of the American independence hall, a George style red brick building in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. From 1790 to 1800, it served as the capital of the United States in Philadelphia, the building is home to the United States congress, and the earliest congress office building in the United States.

Congress HallWhen Philadelphia was the capital of the newly-formed United States of America, this building was home to the young Congress and all of its proceedings. Congress Hall stands right next to Independence Hall in Independence National Park.

Liberty BellThe famously cracked Liberty Bell is a sign of American Independence and spirit. Located at Liberty Bell Center in Philadelphia, PA, this symbol of the American Revolution was crafted in 1752-- more than 250 years ago.

Opening Hours: 9:00am - 7:00pm

One Liberty Observation DeckAt the top of One Liberty Tower, visitors can get the best panoramic view of the city of Philadelphia from 57 floors above this beautiful city.

Day 4 New York

Today, we will spend the day touring New York City, visiting some of this city's most iconic landmarks, like the One World Observatory located on floors 100-102 of One World Trade Center. Then, we will take a sightseeing cruise to the Statue of Liberty. We will also come to Times Square to visit Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum. Pass by Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, Ground Zero.

New York, NYThe Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, The Cultural Capital of the World... whatever you call New York City, its impact on worldwide culture and business is undeniable. Seeing this famous metropolis is something no one ever forgets!

One World Trade CenterOne World Trade Center is the main building of the new World Trade Center complex in New York City. Once completed in late 2013, this will be both the tallest building in New York and third-tallest in the world.

Statue of Liberty CruiseThis boat ride through New York Harbor loops its way around Ellis Island, home of the Statue of Liberty. Ellis Island was the arrival point for immigrants to the East Coast of the US for decades.

Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space MuseumThis famous military history museum on Manhattan's West Side is inside the now-defunct World War II aircraft carrier, the USS Intrepid. Exhibits include real military aircraft as well as recreations of military life aboard the ship.

The Metropolitan Museum of ArtThe Metropolitan Museum of Art is not just the largest art museum in the United States, but also one of the three biggest in the world. Its collection contains more than 2 million works of art.

Times SquareCalled "The Crossroads of the World," this major intersection in midtown Manhattan-- where Broadway hits Seventh Avenue-- is a world-famous icon of both New York City and the United States. It has appeared in countless forms of media.

Dulexe Hotel: Crowne(or Ramada) Plaza/Sheraton/Hilton /Courtyard by Marriott or similar

Day 5 New Haven - Boston(120 miles)

In the early morning, we will visit the campus of Yale University to view its Gothic-style architecture, before driving to Boston, where we will enjoy a delicious lobster meal. Then, we will visit the campuses of Harvard University and MIT before touring the rest of the city, including visits to Trinity Cathedral, the Hancock Building, the Prudential Center, and the Massachusetts State House. In the afternoon, we will take a Boston Harbor cruise. Afterward, guests will transfer to Logan International Airport for their departure flights. Please see "Departure and Return" for more detailed information regarding when to schedule flights.

New Haven, CTNew Haven is a coastal city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is located on New Haven Harbor on the northern shore of Long Island Sound in New Haven County, Connecticut, and is part of the New York metropolitan area. Besides, New Haven is the home of Yale University.

Yale UniversityFounded in 1701, this world-famous university is the third-oldest in the United States. This Ivy-League school is consistently ranked as one of the best institutions of higher learning in the entire world, and admission is extremely competitive.

Boston, MABoston is a city as beautiful as it is historically significant. Visitors can walk the Freedom Trail and see where the seeds of the American Revolution were sown or visit the North End and look out over the harbor.

Boston Lobster MealAt one time, lobster was considered low-class food, barely fit to be used as fertilizer. Not so today-- the most elite are willing to shell out a fortune for a good lobster, and Massachusetts is famous for its shellfish.

Harvard UniversityOne of the most famous institutions of higher learning in the world, Harvard University in Cambridge, MA has been standing since 1636, making it the oldest university in the United States. Tourists come for both history and the architecture.

MITThe Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known the world over for its highly selective and intense academics, and MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.

Trinity ChurchTrinity Church is located in Boston's upscale Back Bay neighborhood. It is a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, and the elaborate and ornate building has become a landmark and icon in downtown Boston.

Opening Hours: Sun 12:00pm - 4:30pm, Tue - Sat 10:00am - 4:30pm

John Hancock TowerThe John Hancock Tower is an iconic skyscraper in Boston, MA. Constructed in 1968, this beautiful blue building is staple of the Boston skyline. It is the tallest building both in Boston and all of New England.

Prudential TowerThis iconic Boston skyscraper is the second-tallest building in the city at 750 feet tall and with 54 floors. Completed in 1964, the building has been a staple of the Boston skyline for nearly a half century.

Massachusetts State HousePerched grandly atop Beacon Hill, the Massachusetts State House has been the location of Massachusetts government since 1798. This iconic domed building houses the governor's offices and the state legislature. Tours must be scheduled in advance.

Boston Harbor CruiseSee the famous Boston skyline like never before with a cruise of Boston Harbor. From the peak of the Prudential tower to the quaint North End, this beautiful and historic city is best viewed from the bay!

Boston Public LibraryThe main branch of this municipal library system is located in Copley Square. It is the 3rd largest library system in the U.S. after the Library of Congress and the New York Public Library.

Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 9:00am - 5:00pm

Departure & Return

Airport Pickup: Free pickup from IAD&DCA is available between the hours of 9:00am and 10:00pm. Guests who arrive at BWI can choose paid pick-up service or go to the hotel by themselves.

Paid 24-hour airport transport service: For IAD/DCA passengers, $120 per first two persons with $10 for each additional person. For BWI passengers, $200 per first two persons with $10 for each additional person.

If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.

Meals and drinks unspecified during the trip.

A mandatory service fees: Minimum $10 / day / person should be paid in cash to tour guide and the bus driver as a service fee. Any child / Infant reserving a seat will have to pay the service fees as well. Ex: 2 people taking a 2-day tour would pay: $10 x 2 (seats) x 2 (days) = $40.

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Additional Notes

Tour route may be changed and reversed; you may contact the vendor 1-2 days prior departure to confirm final itinerary

Customers are held solely responsible for their own travel documents and/or visas if required.

Luggage: Each customer may bring on board one checked luggage plus one carry-on bag.

Bus Arrangement: Usually only passengers in the same order will be arranged in the same bus. If you book the tour separately with your friends and you want to sit in the same bus, you need to inform us before departure . Or you may be arranged in different buses.

Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.

This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for the attraction. Passengers who take this tour need to purchase admission tickets from tour escort on the departure date.

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Confirmation

All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking. Please do not book the airline tickets until you received the confirmation.

Redemption

Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, is included on your e-ticket. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.

Terms & Condition

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The purchase of any travel services represents your acceptance Terms & Conditions set out herein. Please ensure that you read carefully and understand these Terms & Conditions prior to booking.

Booking changes
A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply. Please be noted that we do not allow departure change 48 hours before departure.

Cancellations and Cancellation Fees
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to TakeTours by email or through web mail at Contact Us .

Tour Departure: This tour has 100% guaranteed departure; if the tour is cancelled there will be refund of 120%. Restrictions apply; due to weather conditions, State Emergencies, Airport Closures or anything beyond the control of the tour operator the 120% refund will NOT apply.

Cancellation penalties per person for tours last 5 or more days(Notification day and departure day are not counted)

Up to 46 days prior to departure - 10% of total purchase
amount.

21-45 days prior to departure - 25% of total purchase
amount.

8-20 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase
amount.

1-7 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase
amount.

Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.

Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit
entire payment.

There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above
penalties.

NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.

Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.

Tour Cancellation:
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, TakeTours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.

We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.